Tipping in Czech Republic
CZKLast reviewed · Apr 2026
Tipping is customary in the Czech Republic. Around 10% is common in restaurants, but many people simply round up and say the total when paying.
Tipping customaryMost common situations
Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:10-15%
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+Saying the total when paying is the local norm
+Around 10% is common for good service
−Casual places may only need rounding up
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:10%
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+Table service may get around 10%
−Counter drinks usually only need small change
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+A little more is fine for very good service
−Most rides only need rounding up
How to tip in Czech Republic
•Say the total amount when paying
•Round up or leave around 10% for good service
•Tip directly rather than leaving it behind
Quick tips
10% is common in sit-down restaurants
Rounding up is normal in taxis and casual places
Prague is generally more tip-oriented than smaller towns
Other situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber5-10%
Spa & Massage5-10%
Hotel Staff20-50 CZK
Tour guides100-200 CZK
Valet Parking20-50 CZK
Airport Services20-50 CZK
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in Czech Republic
Tipping Terms Glossary
- Service charge
- A mandatory fee added to the bill by the establishment, separate from optional tips.
- Round up
- To increase the total bill amount to the nearest convenient whole number or denomination.
- Exceptional service
- Service that exceeds standard expectations, often warranting a higher tip percentage or amount.
- Cash preferred
- A preference for cash tips over card tips, often because card tips may not reach staff directly.